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DV56 PYP

2006 Kia Sportage

Red Diesel 1991cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Mar 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

99,918 mi
Last recorded99,918 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2026
Typical for 2006 Kia Sportage78,394 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDV56 PYP
MakeKia
ModelSportage
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2026 99,918 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Rear underbody corrosion

Pass 8 Mar 2025 98,874 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2024 95,864 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Dec 2022 94,411 miles

rear component under sealed,

Pass 10 Dec 2021 92,478 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2020 86,590 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2019 80,221 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2019 80,221 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 15 Dec 2018 68,456 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 11 Dec 2017 64,464 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2016 60,262 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2015 54,804 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2014 46,799 miles
Pass 24 Dec 2013 39,985 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2012 31,876 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2011 26,782 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2010 20,884 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2009 13,404 miles

How Reliable is the Kia Sportage?

Based on 2,634,551 MOT tests across 296,598 vehicles.

80.4%
Pass Rate
7,022
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
296,598
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 16,003
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 15,822
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 14,522
Brake pipe excessively corroded 10,705
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DV56 PYP is a 2006 Kia Sportage in Red with a 1,991cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

Across all 2006 Kia Sportage models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.4% with a typical mileage of 78,394 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Kia Sportage fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 16,003 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DV56 PYP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kia Sportage typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 20 years old, this Kia Sportage is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was DV56 PYP registered?

DV56 PYP is a 2006 Kia Sportage, first registered on 27 December 2006.

Is DV56 PYP safe to buy?

The MOT history for DV56 PYP shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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